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Emperor Nijo of Japan - Definition and Overview
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Emperor Nijō (二条天皇) (July 31, 1143 - September 5, 1165) was the 78th imperial ruler of Japan. He reigned from September 5, 1158 to August 3, 1165. His personal name was Morihito (守仁)

Life

Geneology

He was the eldest son of Emperor Go-Shirakawa. He was the father of Emperor Rokujō

Eras of his reign

  • Hōgen
  • Heiji
  • Eiryaku
  • Ōhō
  • Chōkan
Preceded by:
Go-Shirakawa 		Emperor of Japan Succeeded by:
Rokujō

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